2003 Suzuki SV650S SV650R




look closely -- you'll see my SV is heavily modified!

here are foto-essays of all of my mod projects, click any project to view it
mod-session #1 mod-session #2 mod-session #3 mod-session #4 mod-session #5
mod-session #6 mod-session #7 mod-session #8 mod-session #9 mod-session #10
mod-session #11 mod-session #12 mod-session #13 mod-session #14 mod-session #15
mod-session #16

in the beginning...

current highly-modified config vs. original oem-factory config
(mouse-over image to toggle-view and do a visual comparison)

here are a couple fone-cam pics from the trailer-ride home:





here are the specs:

Engine type 90-degree V-Twin, 4-stroke, DOHC
Displacement645 cc
Engine coolingLiquid
Maximum power output70 hp (51.5 kW) / 9,000 rpm
Maximum torque 62 Nm/ 7,500 rpm
Bore x stroke81.0 x 62,6 mm
Compression ratio11.5 :1
Combustion chamber TSCC (Twin Swirl Combustion Chamber)
Fuel system Electronic fuel injection
Venturi size39 mm
Air filterPleated fabric
upgraded to K&N high-flow filter
Exhaust system type2 into 1
upgraded to Akrapovic carbon-fiber end-can
IgnitionDigital/transistorized, with Throttle Position Sensor
Lubrication Wet sump
Oil capacity2,365 ml (2.5 quarts)
upgraded to Shell Rotella-T
Starter Electric starter
Transmission6-speed, constant mesh
ClutchMulti-plate, wet
Final drive #525 Chain
FrameAluminum truss-type
Overall length 2,045 mm (80.5 in)
Overall width790 mm (31.1 in)
Overall height 1,060 mm (41.7 in)
Seat height 800 mm (31.5 in)
saddle built-up, new height ~34.5 in
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 in)
Wheelbase1,420 mm (55.9 in)
Dry weight 165 kg (364 lbs)
Front suspensionTelescopic, coil spring, oil damped fully adjustable preload
upgraded to Suzuki GSXR750-K5 fork, fully adjustable preload and compression/rebound damping
Stroke 120 mm (4.7 in)
Rear suspension Link-type, 7-way adjustable spring preload
upgraded to Kawasaki ZX10R-K7 shock, fully adjustable preload and compression/rebound damping
Travel 125 mm (4.9 in)
Front wheel17 x 3.5 inch Cast Aluminum 3-spoke
upgraded to Suzuki GSXR1000-K8 rim 17 x 3.5 inch
Rear wheel17 x 4.5 inch Cast Aluminum 3-spoke
upgraded to Suzuki GSXR750-K7 rim 17 x 5.5 inch
Front brakes290 mm Dual rotors, twin-piston Tokico hydraulic calipers
upgraded to Suzuki GSXR1000-K8 310mm dual rotors,
and GSXR750-K5 four-poston Tokico hydraulic calipers
Rear brakeSingle rotor, opposed twin-piston Nissin hydraulic caliper
upgraded to Suzuki GSXR750-K7 rotor with heavy cross-drilling/machining
Front tyre120/60-ZR17 Dunlop
upgraded to 120/70-17 Bridgestone BT016
Rear tyre160/60-ZR17 Dunlop
upgraded to 180/55-17 Bridgestone BT016
Fuel capacity 18 liter (4.7 US gal)